Geriatric Activities Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Centerville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Activities Assistant in Centerville, TN to support the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, and directing quality activities that meet the recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of each patient. The role requires following Life Care standards and maintaining compliance with laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with geriatrics experience and a willingness to work with a

Qualifications

• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in arts/crafts/music is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate quality activity programs.
• Chart patient progress and behavior.
• Escort patients to activities.
• Visit patients unable to participate in group activities.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in patient evacuation.
• Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• Perform routine tasks with mobility and flexibility during shifts.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Geriatrics experience

Arts/crafts/music

Independent decision making

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Activities Assistant in Centerville, TN to support the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, and directing quality activities that meet the recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of each patient. The role requires following Life Care standards and maintaining compliance with laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with geriatrics experience and a willingness to work with a